Love tends to union with the object loved. Now Jesus…
“Love tends to union with the object loved. Now Jesus Christ loves a soul that is in a state of grace with immense love; He ardently desires to unite Himself with it. That is what Holy Communion does”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Divine love seeks union with souls in grace; Holy Communion embodies this deep, unitive love.
In simple terms: God loves souls in grace and wants to unite with them; communion reflects this.
Seek communion to experience divine union.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- prayer
- spiritual practice
- church services
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does communion deepen your sense of divine love?
- What does union mean in everyday life?
Union may feel abstract without personal experience.